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  1. Keeping it FrenchPremiumHalls Family Dairy keeping cheese quintessentially French

  2. CROSSING SAFETY PremiumConcerns grow for Paris Road safety after warden hit

  3. PLANE TREES PremiumThe trees on Uduc Road in Harvey are set to stay

  4. RSL PremiumThe Harvey RSL is encouraging new members to join

  5. FootballPremiumLions women stay undefeated while men lose three in a row

The Peel Harvey Biosecurity Group has opened its biennial community survey.

BiosecurityPremiumResidents invited to have a say on local biosecurity issues

Residents across the Peel-Harvey region are being invited to have their say on local biosecurity issues, with Peel Harvey Biosecurity Group opening its biennial community survey.

Craig Duncan

Charlotte Rawlinson, of Brunswick, will represent Murray-Wellington in the Youth Parliament program.

YOUTH PARLIMENT PremiumBrunswick teenager chosen for WA Youth Parliament

A Brunswick teenager is one of 59 young people from across the State set to take part in the Y WA’s 2026 Youth Parliament program. 

Rose Patane and Serian Lockwood-Jones

Lauren Quaife gets a kick away.

FootballPremiumLocal set to star for WA in third State appearance

Swan Districts’ Lauren Quaife has been selected in a star-studded WAFLW outfit ahead of next month’s State game against South Australia

Jack Penniment

Harvey-Brunswick-Leschenault celebrate a goal in round three.

FootballPremiumLions men get outlasted while women remain undefeated

Harvey-Brunswick-Leschenault were outclassed by two-time reigning premiers South Bunbury 10.7 (67) to 9.7 (61) at Hands Oval in Saturday evening’s round five SWFL clash.

Jack Penniment

Alcoa’s Wagerup refinery

Emissions PremiumAlcoa’s Mercury emissions reach new height at Wagerup

The emissions of a South West refinery have been put under the microscope with mercury pollution reaching a record high in recent years. 

Craig Duncan

Margaret River and Harvey courthouses are among 20 regional courthouses set to close for three months.

REGIONAL COURTSPremiumMargaret River, Harvey among 20 regional courts closed

Margaret River and Harvey courthouses are among more than 20 regional court facilities set to close for three months after the State’s top judges warned that security of the sites could no longer be guaranteed.

Madelin Hayes

Shire of Harvey chief executive officer Annie Riordan is leaving to take on the top job in Busselton.

CEO RESIGNS PremiumPremiumHarvey shire’s chief executive Annie Riordan has resigned

The Shire of Harvey has announced the resignation of chief executive Annie Riordan with her last day set to be in July.

Chase, Lindee Casayas,13, Bianca Meese, Sarah Bam and Marshall at the Bianca Panetta Academy of Dance's Dance for Sick Kids on Friday.

DANCING FOR A CAUSE PremiumPremiumHarvey community dances for a good cause

Raising money for Ronald McDonald House brought dancers together in Harvey last week as the Bianca Panetta Academy of Dance once again took part in the annual Dance for Sick Kids challenge. 

An aerial view of Uduc Road in Harvey.

Local Government PremiumPremium“City of Harvey” investigation to hit next council meeting

The debate over the Shire of Harvey’s future city status will hit council chambers next week, with ‘City McCityface’, ‘Slinkytown’ and ‘Bum’ all suggestions for the potential city’s new name. 

Murray SES members David Price and Lisa Busuttil and Mooriel the cow are showing support for the SES.

WEAR ORANGE WEDNESDAY Murray SES member reminds community of WOW Day importance

As Wear Orange Wednesday approaches and Waroona’s favourite cow Mooriel shows support, a volunteer with the Murray SES unit says it recognises work and sacrifice of volunteers and their families

Rose Patane

Joan Blackburn at age 15 and and about 85.

IN MEMORY PremiumJoan Blackburn remembered after her death on April 28

Remembered for her humour, love of life and service to the Harvey community, Joan Frances Blackburn (nee White) died peacefully aged 99 on April 28 2026. 

Rose Patane

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The Kalgoorlie Courthouse.

Courts & justicePremiumTeacher stalked escort who refused her services

A Kalgoorlie-Boulder teacher said he was drunk when he stalked and acted “erratically” towards an escort who refused her services to him. 

Isabella Davis

The identity of the man who was found dead on a Katanning street in the early hours of Wednesday morning has been revealed as Katanning Senior High School teacher Luke Russell.

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Local school teacher revealed as man found dead in Katanning

The identity of the man who was found dead on a Katanning street in the early hours of Wednesday morning has been revealed.

Amy Towers

West Coast claimed an upset win over the Giants.

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LAIDLEY’S RATINGS: Who claimed 10s in Eagles’ epic upset?

Danielle Laidley assesses every Fremantle and West Coast player after a dual-wins Sunday. See who starred and who struggled.

Danielle Laidley

Police alleged the online offences occurred between January and February 2026. 

WA NewsPremiumTwo men accused of child sex crimes, one linked to Silvey

A West Australian Basketball Association referee and another man who is allegedly linked to the investigation into disgraced author Craig Silvey are set to face court on Wednesday.

Claire Sadler

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A GoFundMe launched for Komalpreet Kaur has raised more than $67,000 in less than 24 hours.

Disaster and EmergencyPremiumIndian expat named as young victim of fatal Bentley crash

A young woman killed when she was struck by a car in Bentley has been remembered as a kind friend who was full of life.

The Bald Hill lithium mine is located approximately 50km south east of Kambalda in the Goldfields region of Western Australia.

MiningPremiumMinRes to restart WA lithium mine, hire 370 more workers

Mineral Resources is looking to boost its headcount by about 370 after pressing the restart button for its Bald Hill lithium mine in the Goldfields.

Adrian Rauso

The identity of the man who was found dead on a Katanning street in the early hours of Wednesday morning has been revealed as Katanning Senior High School teacher Luke Russell.

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PremiumLocal school teacher revealed as man found dead in Katanning

The identity of the man who was found dead on a Katanning street in the early hours of Wednesday morning has been revealed.

Dr Jacqueline McGowan-Jones is Commissioner for Children and Young People.

state politicsCommentsPremiumCommentsPremiumWA’s children’s commissioner told not to reapply for job

WA’s Commissioner for Children has questioned whether she’s being ‘punished’ for speaking out after being told not to reapply for her job. 

Steven Mattaboni’s wife has paid tribute to the father-of-two, the day after a fatal shark attack off Rottnest Island.

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Father-of-two revealed as spearfisher killed by shark

The heartbroken wife of a father killed by a four-metre shark while spearfishing off Rottnest has described him as an ‘incredible’ dad who ‘lived and breathed the ocean.’

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The homicide squad have charged a man a week after a high school teacher was found dead on a Katanning street. 

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Man charged over teacher’s death in Katanning

The homicide squad have charged a man a week after a high school teacher was found dead on a Katanning street. 

Claire Sadler

Lobster seized by fisheries officers in search warrants.

Black market crimePremiumFisheries investigating alleged black market rock lobster

Boats, fishing equipment and 150 western rock lobsters have been seized by fisheries officers as investigations into the alleged rock lobster black market ramp up. 

Imogen Wilson

The horse arena off Piccadilly Street will be closed down by the end of May.

Horse arenaPremiumUnauthorised horse arena removed by end of month

The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder has confirmed an unauthorised horse arena will be removed by the end of the month and acknowledged “community frustration” regarding the initial short notice. 

Isabella Davis

The Kalgoorlie-Boulder council failed to reach an absolute majority decision on a 3.5 per cent pay increase on Monday night.

Pay rise unclear PremiumPremiumCouncillor pay rise unclear after motions fail to pass

It remains unclear whether councillors will receive a 3.5pc pay increase in the next financial year after no absolute majority decision was reached over whether to accept or reject it at Monday night’s meeting.

West Australian students were fined more than $821,000 for not using a student SmartRider card.

Public transportPremiumPremiumGeraldton students incorrectly charged on public transport

Geraldton MLA Kirrilee Warr called out incorrect fares, after students were hit with unexpected SmartRider costs at the beginning of the year due to a software issue. 

The Pemberton Community Hub.

Art workshopsPremiumPremiumWOW weekend to warn up Pemberton’s winter calendar

Pemberton’s winter calendar is set to receive a creative boost, with early bird tickets now on sale for WOW Pemberton 2026. 

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Wegovy semaglutide tablets.

CNBC newsCommentsPremiumWeight-loss wars go global as Novo Nordisk bets big on pill

The battle for dominance over the lucrative market has so far focused largely on the key US market, currently accounting for more than half of both Novo’s and Eli Lilly’s respective sales.

Elsa Ohlen

Vladimir Putin's visit to China is expected to include talks with Xi Jinping on trade and defence.

CNBC newsCommentsPutin’s ‘long game’: Why he’s visiting China after Trump

These are the three key areas where Russia’s leader would like to deepen ties and extract concrete pledges.

Emily Williams

A lack of high-quality feedback could also lead to attrition.

Workplace MattersCommentsPremium‘Be honest?’: Why workers don’t tell their bosses the truth

Leaders say that they want to hear the honest truth about what’s happening but almost half of executives surveyed said that a lack of honest feedback is their primary concern.

Sophie Caldwell

Strategists such as Galloway can charge more than $15,000 a month for their services.

CNBC newsCommentsPremiumMeet the YouTube whisperers behind the biggest video names

With thousands of YouTube creators relying on the platform for income, many are turning to strategists as essential advisors on how to keep videos viral.

Alex Sherman and Zach Vallese

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A man will face court for more than 260 fraud offences after allegedly financially exploiting a person with an intellectual disability over several years. 

CrimePremiumHundreds of charges for Perth man after shock exploitation

A man will face court for more than 260 fraud offences after allegedly financially exploiting a person with an intellectual disability over several years. 

Claire Sadler

Steven Mattaboni with his wife Shirene and their daughters.

GoFundMeCommentsMystery $100k gift helps devastated shark victim’s family

An anonymous $100,000 donation made this morning has supercharged support for the shattered family of shark attack victim Steven Mattaboni, with more than $317,660 now raised towards the $500,000 target.

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WA Premier Roger Cook and ACHSM WA president Neale Fong.

HealthCommentsCommentsAlmost 500 health leaders meet to discuss future of sector

It was a meeting of WA’s best medical minds when almost 500 health leaders gathered in Perth’s CBD on Tuesday. 

The homicide squad have charged a man a week after a high school teacher was found dead on a Katanning street. 

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PremiumMan charged over teacher’s death in Katanning

The homicide squad have charged a man a week after a high school teacher was found dead on a Katanning street. 

Police are urging for public help after a school traffic warden was assaulted and robbed in Rossmoyne on Tuesday morning.

CrimePremiumPremium Teen charged with shock assault of school traffic warden

A teenager has been charged after allegedly assaulting and robbing a traffic warden at Rossmoyne Primary School on Tuesday. 

West Australian Opera director Dr Carolyn Chard is a finalist in the West Australian of the Year awards.

WA NewsCommentsWest Aussie recognised for decades of devotion to arts

An ambition to spend her life loving what she does is what landed Dr Carolyn Chard as a finalist in the 2026 Western Australian of the Year awards. 

Brooke Rolfe